Does class size matter?
No more vexing problem in education exists today than the achievement gap in this country. The difference between the extremes has rightfully attracted national attention, and one of the most popular policy proposals is to reduce class size-not surprising, since benchmarks are easily measured. view more (2008-02-29)
Britains Most Northerly Roman Find
Archaeologists from the Unst Archaeological Group in the Shetlands can lay claim to a unique and exciting achievement having just discovered the UK's most northerly Roman Brooch. view more (2003-07-09)
Hyperactivity and academic achievement could be linked by genetics
Children who are hyperactive tend to do worse academically than their peers who are not hyperactive. view more (2007-05-17)
Oxfordshire Astronomer Is Finalist In The European Women Of Achievement Award
An astronomer from Oxfordshire is one of five finalists in the Professional category of the European Women of Achievement Awards. Dr Helen Walker from the CCLRC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory will attend a luncheon in London on Friday 9 July where the winners will be announced. "I am honoured to have been nominated for this award, and I'm... view more... (2004-07-02)
Class size alone not enough to close academic achievement gap
A Northwestern University study investigating the effects of class size on the achievement gap between high and low academic achievers suggests that high achievers benefit more from small classes than low achievers, especially at the kindergarten and first grade levels. view more (2008-02-29)
Quality of early child care plays role in later reading, math achievement
As children head back to school and attention turns to strategies for boosting reading and math achievement for low-income youth, a new study says the quality of early child care may play a role. view more (2009-09-15)
Small classes give extra boost to low-achieving students
Small classes in early grades improve test scores in later grades for students of all achievement levels, but low achievers get an extra boost. view more (2009-10-15)
Improving education may cut smoking in youth
Although low socio-economic status is associated with an increased liability to smoke, performing well at school can mitigate this effect. view more (2009-05-13)
Achievement gaps within racial groups identified for first time
A University of Michigan study finds that when it comes to achievement gaps within racial groups, catching up over time is common. view more (2008-03-05)
Unleashing Parent Power
The way to unlock "parent power" when it comes to children's academic achievement is to be revealed by psychologists. Confusion about the role of parents in schooling can be seen in the terms used to describe them in the press and literature, such 'partners', 'consumers' and even 'problems'. But a recent Department for Education and... view more... (2004-01-08)
What motivates young people?
To fully understand achievement and motivation, it is necessary to explore what happens in both academic and non-academic contexts. This is an important issue identified by Dr Susan O'Neill, of Keele University, in a symposium today, Friday 14 April, at The British Psychological Society's Annual Conference, held at the Guildhall, Winchester. The... view more... (2000-04-10)
Low motivation means failure
Failure to achieve a personal goal is primarily the result of low motivation. This is the key finding of a study reported today, Wednesday 18 July, at The British Psychological Society Social Section Annual Conference, held at the University of Surrey, Guildford, by Tom Webb and Dr. Paschal Sheeran of the Department of Psychology at the University... view more... (2001-07-12)
Self-regulation game predicts kindergarten achievement
Early childhood development researchers have discovered that a simple, five-minute self-regulation game not only can predict end-of-year achievement in math, literacy and vocabulary, but also was associated with the equivalent of several months of additional learning in kindergarten. view more (2009-06-09)
The rise and rise of psychology
Psychology is poised to play a much more central role in society than ever before. But it is up to the psychologists to seize their future and place psychology at the heart and not at the margins of human affairs. This is the assertion made today, Wednesday 28 March, by Tommy MacKay in his presidential address to the largest ever gathering of... view more... (2001-03-26)
Cooperative classrooms lead to better friendships, higher achievement in young adolescents
Students competing for resources in the classroom while discounting each others' success are less likely to earn top grades than students who work together toward goals and share their success, according to an analysis of 80 years of research. view more (2008-03-28)
Professor Sir Harold Kroto Awarded SCI Honorary Membership
Nobel Laureate Professor Sir Harold Kroto, has been awarded Honorary Membership of the Society of Chemical Industry (SCI) by SCI world president Mr Thomas Swan OBE, at the 120th Annual Meeting of the Society. As an SCI Honorary Member, Sir Harold joins other notables including astronaut Helen Sharman OBE; pharmacologist Sir James Black and... view more... (2001-06-28)
Conception date affects baby's future academic achievement
Does the time of year in which a child is conceived influence future academic achievement? Yes, according to research by neonatologist Paul Winchester, M.D., Indiana University School of Medicine professor of clinical pediatrics. Dr. Winchester, who studied 1,667,391 Indiana students, presents his finding on May 7 at the Pediatric Academic... view more... (2007-05-07)
The Meeting Of East And West
Japanese and British schools have very different styles of teaching and there is much they can learn from each other, according to research carried out in the School of Education at the University of Leicester. view more (2005-02-08)
Good School Buildings Can Boost Achievement
"Improving the quality of school buildings is essential if we are to succeed in raising achievement." David Blunkett, former Secretary of State for Education and Employment, 1997 The quality of school buildings can help or hinder learning and teaching, says a new study from London University`s Institute of Education. Well-designed buildings and... view more... (2002-06-20)
Dad's early connection with child 'writes script' for later school involvement
When a dad changes diapers and makes pediatrician's appointments, he's more likely to stay interested and involved when his child makes the transition to school, said a new University of Illinois study that explores the role of parent involvement on student achievement. view more (2009-06-23)
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